We've sent a new batch of keys to players on the Firstlook.gg waiting list! A huge thank you to everyone who's been testing the game and sharing feedback. Every bug report, suggestion, and discussion has helped us improve the experience. This third closed playtest focuses on expanding the management side of the game while continuing to bring the world to life. We've reworked existing systems ba…
Over the past few devlogs, we’ve talked about the inspiration behind Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty, the traditions that helped shape it, and the systems that drive the experience. This time, we wanted to talk about something different: the people building it. Champions Stable is being developed by a team with different backgrounds and experiences, all working toward the same goal: creati…
Our first playtest is now live! A huge thank you to everyone joining us for this early step in the journey of Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty . This Closed Pre-Alpha is focused on testing core systems and helping us understand how the experience feels in players’ hands. Disclaimer We want to share some context for the upcoming closed playtest: The main goal of this first playtest is to col…
We're welcoming our first Playtesters! Be among the first people to help shape Champions Stable! We’re excited to announce that sign-ups for the Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty Closed Alpha Playtest are now live through FirstLook.gg . This limited playtest will run from May 25 until May 29 , giving selected players an early opportunity to step into the world of Champions Stable and help sh…
Core idea At the center of the game, every horse is something you invest in over time. Sure, you can buy a fast horse and run with it, but optimizing its strengths, accounting for its weaknesses, and considering its attitude and breeding capabilities are at the core of every equestrian loop for long-term progression, value, and potential. The goal is to build a stable that grows in strength and…
Indie Live Expo 2026: Featuring 'Champions Stable' Great news! Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty will be appearing at Indie Live Expo Spring 2026 on April 25. Indie Live Expo is one of the largest worldwide events to showcase indie games; we're excited to be included in such an amazing lineup of great indie developers from all over the globe! This is a great chance to share our game with a b…
The Inspiration of Champions Stable All passion projects begin with a thought-provoking question. Ours was: "What is the true essence of horse racing outside of the actual races we see on TV?" To answer this, Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty was created. This was done in an effort to capture every subsequent part of the horse-racing experience that culminates into only one single moment - t…
We’re happy to share that Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty will be featured in the Mundo Gamer Showcase 2026 , a curated event bringing together independent games from around the world. The showcase highlights projects from over 25 countries, with a focus on giving visibility to a wide range of creative voices across different genres and styles. It’s a great opportunity for us to present Ch…
Hello Jockeys! Thank you for all of your inquiries on Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty . Here is the focus of today's article: our 2026 roadmap and how the game takes shape month by month. Disclaimer: The roadmap is tentative and is subject to change. Thank you for understanding! (Click the image to enlarge) Development moves toward long-term milestones, including a feature-complete alpha a…
Every champion begins in the stable, long before race day. And there’s no better stage to step into the spotlight than Steam Horse Fest . We are Leonardo Interactive, the award-winning Italian publisher and developer based in Rome, and we are proud to showcase Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty during the event. Wishlist now! About our game Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty blends racing,…
Rise of a Champion Every great racer starts with a quiet moment in the stable. You're thinking about the next race, that next challenge. For us, it's this. Who are we? We’re Leonardo Interactive , an award-winning Italian video game publisher and developer based in Rome. Since founding the studio in 2022, we’ve focused on publishing original, high-quality, narrative-driven experiences to PC and…
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